Audi R8 Review
August 31, 2008
Introduction
Super-High horsepower and lower quarter-mile times are fantastic and all, but in a time where speed is cheaper (and more in demand) than ever, any manufacturer worth their salt that expects to launch a successful sportscar out of nowhere had best bring something extra special and unique to the table. It remains to be seen, but the mid-engine 2008 sweet-looking Audi R8 could be just the thing.
When you look at the R8, you may be thinking that some elements of its design aspects remind you of a Porsche, a Corvette or the late Acura NSX, but because the R8 carries a 4.2-liter V8 in its midsection, sends 420 hp to all four wheels, offers two transmissions and wraps it all in an aluminum space frame, this Audi clearly has its own attitude. The only available ’street car’ coming near to that resume wears a badge on its bonnet that says ‘Lamborghini’ and name on the back that reads ‘Gallardo’. Yes, its the Lamborghini Gallardo that this powerful 4.2 Litre V8 comes closest too — no surprise then, that the midengine exotic Lamborghini provided the basic blueprints for this one. Audi’s $70 grand or so lower price point ensures the competition will be minimal, as does the R8’s two less cylinders and 100 less horsepower.
