2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia 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 268 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 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) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | R8 | Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |