1999 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2012 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | R8 | RL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1453 mm |
