1994 Rover 100 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 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 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 100 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 100 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 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 |
