1999 Audi R8 vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 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 510 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 1078 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
