1999 Audi R8R vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8R | STS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1463 mm |
