2000 Audi R8 vs. 1999 BMW 750
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 2056 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1999 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
