1999 Audi R8 vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1718 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Because 1999 Audi R8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | R8 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1680 mm |
