1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 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) has 337 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 60 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 397 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
