1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 308 kg more than 2010 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Fleetwood | A6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2842 mm |