1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | 62 | A6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4934 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2833 mm |