1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2010 Audi RS6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 544 kg more than 2010 Audi RS6.
Because 2010 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2010 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Fleetwood | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
