View Full Version : next gen R8 and competition. what to expect?
hey all. wanted to start a discussion on what we would all like the next gen R8 to have in order to make it better than its competition. as I see it the new 911 is the one to catch performance wise. the R8 will have to offer a level of exotic design to separate itself from the 911 so that is a given. but with the level of audi expansion into so many niches and with so many new models coming out will audi pour as much attention into the performance of the new R8 to make it better or just adequate enough to compete in that segment? lighter weight is important but with the acceleration capability that forced induction engines have won't audi have a heck of a time achieveing them with a naturally aspirated car? what do you guys think the the new R8 will have to make it special?
ps- the new turbo is faster than the R8 GT around the ring
Qisha- chime in if you'd like ;)
The RS6
May 3rd, 2013, 18:36
Wait for Gallardo successor specification -> copy -> paste :)
Wait for Gallardo successor specification -> copy -> paste :)
I know. I am salivating at this. Paris IAA- less than 6 months away.
I hope Q can through me a bone though. I am getting anxious about how good the new 911 Turbo is.
AndyBG
May 4th, 2013, 09:01
I know. I am salivating at this. Paris IAA- less than 6 months away.
I hope Q can through me a bone though. I am getting anxious about how good the new 911 Turbo is.
IAA is in Frankfurt, not in Paris... ;)
New 911 turbo is good! :)
RXBG
May 13th, 2013, 01:37
https://wot.motortrend.com/lamborghini-reveals-egoista-concept-at-50th-anniversary-gala-366031.html
the first flare of enticement for the next generation R8/gallardo has been shot. 600 hp V10. i really do believe this will be the engine.
now- the weight.
AndyBG
May 13th, 2013, 21:06
Is this turbo or N/A engine...?
ZeroCool
May 14th, 2013, 01:54
it's the N/A engine, like in the current gallardo.
AndyBG
May 14th, 2013, 11:45
it's the N/A engine, like in the current gallardo.
Do you think there is possibility for next Gallardo/R8 to be N/A!?
I would love that, B/C N/A engines are nicer IMHO, but I think no way!
RXBG
May 14th, 2013, 13:20
maybe qisha can chime in?
ZeroCool
May 15th, 2013, 08:43
I'm not sure...the only problem IMO is the heat. If they solve this problem, turbos will be there ;)
But I think, that there will/(must) be a turbo-engine in the future in the R8 ... not only, but additionally
RXBG
May 15th, 2013, 14:44
i think the turbo is out this next generation since plans have been to keep the high revving concept. it is possible they may have engineered the next gen to accommodate a TT mid engine system that can be cooled adequately a la MP4 12C.
AndyBG
May 15th, 2013, 21:17
For me, it would be pleasent suprise to see one more high reving N/A engine on offer!
AndyBG
June 19th, 2013, 18:51
... Some news...
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/audi/r8/64529/new-audi-r8-get-dramatic-look
The Pretender
June 23rd, 2013, 22:12
Ugly as hell.
chewym
September 24th, 2013, 21:02
The "Cabrera" is undergoing 'Ring testing.
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/09/24/lamborghini-cabrera-spy-shots-n%C3%BCrburgring/
The Pretender
September 25th, 2013, 04:53
2015 Audi R8 gets rendered (http://www.worldcarfans.com/113092463403/2015-audi-r8-gets-rendered)
The RS6
September 28th, 2013, 16:02
It's the next-gen lambo, but the licence plates might tell a different story...
http://fourtitude.com/news/Lamborghini_News_5/spied-lamborghini-gallardo-replacement-test-mule-with-ingolstadt-tags/