2005 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
