1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 391 kg more than 2013 Audi A5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Caprice | A5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2751 mm |
