1968 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 859 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1968 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1968 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
