1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 54 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2013 Audi A5.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | 62 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2751 mm |
