2009 Audi S6 vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S6.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S6 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
