1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 53 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 73 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Eldorado | Q7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |