1999 Audi R8R vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8R | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
