1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 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:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | 62 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2992 mm |
