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, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (375 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood.
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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 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 | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
