2005 Audi S4 vs. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1961 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 | 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
