1999 Audi R8R vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1702 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8R | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1433 mm |
