1959 Cadillac Brougham 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 Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 650 kg more than 2011 Audi A4.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Brougham | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Brougham | A4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
