2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 172 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 488 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 | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
