1993 Cadillac DeVille 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 DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille 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 328 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. 1993 Cadillac DeVille 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 DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | DeVille | R8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4892 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2649 mm |