2000 Audi R8 vs. 1958 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 2223 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1958 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
