2009 Audi A4 vs. 1951 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 58 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, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1951 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
