1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 52 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | 62 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
