1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Audi A6.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (420 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Calais | A6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
