1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1960 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 975 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1960 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Coupe | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3310 mm |
