1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 513 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 55 | Escalade |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 566 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |