1999 Audi R8R vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 10 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 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 1717 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | R8R | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 355 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 | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1520 mm |
