2003 Audi RS4 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2003 Audi RS4 is newer by 35 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Audi RS4.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS4. (449 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | RS4 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
