1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1999 Audi R8
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1999 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (235 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1999 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 75 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 610 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
