1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 51 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1200 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Corvette | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |