1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 874 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | 500 | Escalade |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 404 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2946 mm |