1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 715 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 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Eldorado | A3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2578 mm |
