2007 Audi S8 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 46 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S8. (540 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
