2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (375 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | RS6 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
