1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 994 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1972 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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:
| 1972 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
| Model | Firebird | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7456 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
