2000 Audi R8 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 1348 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
