1999 Audi R8R vs. 1996 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman 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 50 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1518 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1996 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | R8R | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
