1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 53 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 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 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | 62 | A8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |