1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1967 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Zephyr | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2947 mm |