2005 Audi S6 vs. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S6 | 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | S6 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |