1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,676 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 62. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1941 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | 62 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3122 mm |
