1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 51 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 134 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Eldorado | A4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |