2000 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 1618 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (310 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | R8 | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
