1969 Opel GT 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 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1969 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel GT | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Opel | Cadillac |
Model | GT | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1100 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |