2008 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 770 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.
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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 101 L |
