1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Biarritz | A8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
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 | 2050 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |