1999 Audi R8R vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 453 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 1348 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 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 2011 Pagani Huayra has manual transmission. 2011 Pagani Huayra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Audi | Pagani |
| Model | R8R | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1169 mm |
