2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3800 mm |
