1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Eldorado | A6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 70 L |
