1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 355 kg more than 2012 Audi A6.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (440 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Eldorado | A6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
