1999 Audi R8 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 2028 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1550 mm |
