2008 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 744 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
