2000 Audi R8 vs. 1995 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1762 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi R8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1995 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
