2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire 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 (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 861 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Escalade | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
