2004 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 2004 Audi A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
