1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 798 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Cadillac Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Brougham | Escape |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 591 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |