Audi R8 specification
Speaking of which, the R8 features some impressive technical specifications.
The top speed of the Audi R8 is reported at 187 mph (301 km/h). The 0-60 mph (96 km/h) speed is reported at an incredible 4.4 seconds. To top that off, the 1/4th mile (400 m) time has been registered at 12.5 seconds at 113.2 mph (182.2 km/h). Without having much knowledge with automobiles, you can tell that these statistics are more than impressive. The Audi R8 also features a V8 (4.2 L) or a V12 (6.0 L) engine (with a V10 planned) along with a 4.2 L (4163 cc) displacement. Finally, it is important to know that the engine clocks in at 414 bhp (309 kW) at an incredible 7800 rpm. The default transmission is a standard Audi manual gearbox or an Audi "R-tronic" gearbox. These transmission options are also available on the Lamborghini Gallardo, yet another feature these two cars share in common.
Audi R8 (this image comes from truthaboutcar.blogspot.com)
Audi R8 specification and performance
| Engine: | 4.2 FSI V8 | 5.2 FSI V10 | 6.0 TDI V12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power: | 420 PS @ 7800 rpm | 525 PS @ 8000 rpm | 500 PS @ xxxx rpm |
| Torque: | 430 Nm @ 5500 rpm | 530 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 1000 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| 0-100 km/h: | 4,4 sec | 3,9 sec | 4,2 sec |
| 0-200 km/h: | 14,9 sec | 12,0 sec | xx,x sec |
| Top speed: | 301 km/h | 316 km/h | > 300 km/h |
| Weight: | 1560 kg | 1620 kg | xxxx kg |
Some exterior specifications include a wheelbase of 104.3 inches (2649 mm). The length of the car is listed at 174.4 inches (4431 mm) with a width of 74.9 inches (1904 mm). The height is listed at 49.2 inches (1249 mm) with a curb weight of 3439 pounds (1560 kg). For the true car knowledgebase out there, the Audi R8 features an impressive lateral acceleration of 1.01 g (based on a 200 feet / 61 meter skidpad). Audi did a great job on transferring the success of the Lamborghini brand and the success of the Le Mans R8 into a civilian ready product.
