1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | Pan Americana | R8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1267 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2649 mm |