2000 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
