2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 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 222 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | R8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |