2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1967 Steyr 500
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 500 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 326 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2160 kg more than 1967 Steyr 500. 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 1967 Steyr 500. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1967 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Steyr |
| Model | Escalade | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1850 mm |
