2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
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 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 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 123 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (395 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
