1999 Audi R8 vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 1999 Audi R8 and 1999 Peugeot 607 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 402 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 1558 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Because 1999 Audi R8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 607. (285 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 607. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 607 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 | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | R8 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
