1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Audi S5.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S5. (440 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | 62 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
