1999 Audi R8R vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1951 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8R | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1473 mm |
