2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1817 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Trabant |
| Model | Escalade | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2390 mm |
