1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Eldorado | R8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
