2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1551 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Datsun |
| Model | Escalade | 240Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2300 mm |
