1973 Audi Asso vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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 (498 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Asso | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2947 mm |
