1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Eldorado | A8 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |