1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | R8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
