1999 Audi R8R vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2416 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | R8R | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1877 mm |
