2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 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 378 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. 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 1998 Rover 200. 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | R8 | 200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |