2005 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
