1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 52 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | STS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
