1999 Audi R8R vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 1418 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8R | 993 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
