2009 Audi A3 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A3 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 7734 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
