2006 Ascari A10 vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ascari A10 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Ascari A10.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8. 2007 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2006 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ascari A10 | 2007 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ascari | Audi |
| Model | A10 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 625 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 346 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2660 mm |
