1999 Audi R8 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2012 BMW 750. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 2138 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Because 2012 BMW 750 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 BMW 750 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 750. (609 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 609 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 | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1479 mm |
