1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Seville | R8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |