2009 Audi R8 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z 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 363 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
