1999 Audi R8R vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 2383 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | R8R | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 472 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 | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1869 mm |
