1999 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (444 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (665 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1270 mm |
