1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Aurora | A8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2992 mm |
