1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 590 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | DeVille | A3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2578 mm |
