1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante 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 230 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 23 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Allante. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante. 1993 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Cadillac Allante | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Allante | R8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |