2005 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 79 L |
