1989 Audi V8 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
