So the Audi R8 proves itself yet again. This time instead of comparing it against the Porsche C4S and/or 4s variants the R8 is tested against some world-class competition.
The new BMW M3 along with the Lotus 2-Eleven (track special), Porsche 911 GT3 RS, Lamborghini LP640, Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Black Series, Renault Megane R26 and Porsche Cayman S.
The Audi proved to be the winner. Autocar had this to say about the magnificent R8:
Audi’s excellent R8 ended up beating all-comers to the honours, with its combination of an excellent chassis, incredible traction in all weather, and fine everday usability. For the full breakdown of figures, get Autocar magazine, out today.
It is also certainly worth mentioning that with the exception of Porsche, no other Germany company has ever won, or come close to winning this event.
A truly historic car in the history of Audi engineering: The Audi R8
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