1999 Audi R8R vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 948 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8R | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1330 mm |
