1999 Audi R8 vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 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 372 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 1298 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1240 mm |
