1999 Audi R8R vs. 1982 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1538 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1982 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | R8R | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
