2007 Audi A3 vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A3 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
