2008 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. 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 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1996 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
