1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 984 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Cadillac |
| Model | Espada | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 403 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3302 mm |
