2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1960 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 43 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS6. (560 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1960 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | RS6 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
