1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 53 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1570 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 55 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |