1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (248 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Eldorado | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
