1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Lincoln Continental. (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1969 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 506 kg more than 1969 Lincoln Continental. 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 1969 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
Model | Continental | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7544 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 2713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3302 mm |