1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1724 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Riley | Cadillac |
| Model | Kestrel | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 117 L |
