1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 313 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Catera | S8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 4890 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2992 mm |
