1993 Rover 100 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 100 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1245 mm |
