1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Audi Coupe | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | Coupe | 62 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |