1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 1961 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Super 90 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3300 mm |
