2005 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (400 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |
