1963 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra 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 74 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1641 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. 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 1963 AC Cobra. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Cobra | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
