1999 Audi R8R vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 2178 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8R | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 830 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 | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
