1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Corvette | Escalade |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2946 mm |