1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 907 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Escalade |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |