1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2119 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Steyr | Cadillac |
| Model | 650T | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3302 mm |
