1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Eldorado | A8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 800 Nm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2992 mm |