1966 Alvis TF vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alvis TF would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1966 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1966 Alvis TF.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alvis TF | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Alvis | Cadillac |
| Model | TF | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
