1999 Audi R8 vs. 1988 BMW 535
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 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 399 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (211 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 1628 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1988 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
