1999 Audi R8 vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 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 138 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari F40. (472 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari F40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 1098 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari F40. (575 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari F40. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari F40 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 | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1130 mm |
