2000 Audi R8 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont 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 163 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 958 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Because 2000 Audi R8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | R8 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
