2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 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 54 more horse power than 1964 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 771 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
