2008 Audi R8 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
