1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | 62 | A8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1948 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |