2000 Audi A8 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
