1986 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Audi S6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | DeVille | S6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2847 mm |