2009 Audi R8 vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 928. (346 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 928. (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | R8 | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |