2007 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 1993 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A8 | Seville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |