1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 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 53 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1652 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1971 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | GT 40 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 117 L |
