2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1911 kg more than 1972 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Escalade | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2110 mm |
