1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan 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 94 more horse power than 1995 BMW Dinan. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Dinan | R8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
