2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Escalade | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2110 mm |
