1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Bandeirante | R8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
