1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | R8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
