1997 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 665 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (310 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
