2004 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 44 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, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (340 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1960 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 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 | 1805 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
