1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Audi S5.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | DeVille | S5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |