1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Eldorado | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5062 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2944 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |