2008 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 1988 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A8 | Seville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |