1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 49 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2011 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, 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (550 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | DeVille | A8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 550 Nm |
| 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
