2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1818 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Escalade | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 44 L |
