2005 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
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 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado 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 Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 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 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
