1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Caprice | R8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
