2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1883 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 31 L |
