1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 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 S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Audi S6.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S6. (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Audi S6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | 62 | S6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |