2008 Audi S8 vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 101 L |
