1999 Audi R8 vs. 1999 Audi A8
To start off, both 1999 Audi R8 and 1999 Audi A8 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 420 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 1633 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1999 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
