2008 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 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 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2013 Audi A7. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2914 mm |
