2007 Audi S6 vs. 1981 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (436 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S6 | 1981 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | S6 | Seville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |