2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 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 278 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. 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 Rover P4. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Escalade | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
