1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 52 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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 Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Fleetwood | TT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |