2009 Audi R8 vs. 1995 BMW Dinan
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 BMW Dinan. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Dinan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. 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 (430 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan. 2009 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Dinan has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Dinan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1995 BMW Dinan | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | Dinan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
