2008 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 95 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 655 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | R8 | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |