1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Caprice | A8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3122 mm |