1999 Audi R8R vs. 2006 BMW 760

To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 2223 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi R8R 2006 BMW 760
Make Audi BMW
Model R8R 760
Year Released 1999 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3898 cc 5972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 600 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 2225 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1500 mm


 

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