1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade

To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 989 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Austin A 90 2011 Cadillac Escalade
Make Austin Cadillac
Model A 90 Escalade
Year Released 1960 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 403 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 565 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 2489 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1928 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 98 L


 

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