2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 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 377 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2052 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Cadillac | Trabant |
Model | Escalade | P 601 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 24 L |