2008 Audi S8 vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 376 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| 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 | 444 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
