2007 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4.
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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
