1966 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1966 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1966 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Cobra | Escalade |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |