2000 Audi R8 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | R8 | 944 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |