2007 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 680 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 197 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
