1999 Audi R8R vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 12 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 2828 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8R | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 2111 mm |
