2009 Audi R8 vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Supra. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Supra. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| 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 | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
