2009 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Seville. (211 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1960 Cadillac Seville (590 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (450 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1960 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 590 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |