1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1734 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Corsair | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Corsair | Escalade |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |