2007 Audi S4 vs. 1951 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1951 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
