1999 Honda Today vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today.
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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Today | R8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1905 mm |
