2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Escalade | P5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
