1977 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Eldorado | A6 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2842 mm |