1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2011 Audi R8.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | 62 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
