1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Caprice | R8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
