1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 633 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | Lagonda | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3310 mm |
