1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Audi S5.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 DeVille (582 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | DeVille | S5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
