1999 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 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 395 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1504 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
