2008 Audi S8 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 929 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
