1966 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chevrolet Corvette (425 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1966 Chevrolet Corvette.
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. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1966 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1966 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Corvette | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
