2000 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
