1999 Audi R8R vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 1719 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8R | 540 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
