1999 Audi S8 vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 566 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
