2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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) has 278 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1941 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Escalade | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2110 mm |
