1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1648 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1500 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3310 mm |
