1999 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Legend | R8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |