1999 Audi R8 vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Italdesign Nazca.
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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1991 Italdesign Nazca has manual transmission. 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Audi | Italdesign |
| Model | R8 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1120 mm |
