1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Audi A8.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | DeVille | A8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
