1999 Audi R8R vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 14 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, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8R | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1423 mm |
