2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. 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 (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1967 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1967 Steyr 650T 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 | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Cadillac | Steyr |
| Model | Escalade | 650T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |
