1999 Audi R8 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | R8 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
