2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird 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 245 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 904 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac Escalade | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Escalade | Firebird |
Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 5792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2750 mm |