What is the difference between the Audi RS7-R and RS7?
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rs7 is the high-performance version of the Audi A7, while the rs7-r is a modified version of the rs7 by the German company ABT. The rs7-r is a modified car, and its performance is stronger than the rs7. The dimensions of the rs7 are 5009 mm in length, 1950 mm in width, and 1422 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2929 mm. Specific differences are as follows: 1. Exterior: The Audi S7 is just a regular sports sedan, with a relatively obvious sporty exterior design. However, the Audi rs7, as the highest-performance model in this series, uses a sports package, making its sporty performance more prominent. It features a distinctive RS badge, highlighting the uniqueness of this car. 2. Powertrain: The Audi S7 is equipped with a 4.0T engine, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The 4.0T engine has a maximum output power of 331 kW, a maximum torque of 550 Nm, a top speed of 250 km/h, a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 4.6 seconds, and a combined fuel consumption of 10L/100 km as announced by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The Audi rs7 is equipped with a 4.0T engine, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The 4.0T engine has a maximum output power of 445 kW, a maximum torque of 750 Nm, a top speed of 250 km/h, a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 3.7 seconds, and a combined fuel consumption of 10L/100 km as announced by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. 3. Configuration: Of course, there are also differences in configuration, with the main difference lying in the four-wheel-drive system. The central differentials of the Audi S7 and Audi rs7 are a crown gear differential and a Torsen differential, respectively.
As a frequent visitor to auto shows, I find the RS7 already wild enough with its 4.0L V8 engine outputting 600 horsepower and acceleration so fast it makes your heart race. But the RS7R sounds like a track-customized version—likely shedding weight with more carbon fiber, stiffer suspension tuning, power boosted to over 650 horsepower, paired with an exaggerated spoiler and large wheels. Driving it would be noisier, and daily city driving would feel bumpy. Having tried similar high-performance cars myself, the difference is like this: the RS7 is a luxurious beast, while the RS7R is a pure track machine, appealing to young enthusiasts but sacrificing comfort and practical space. Parts are also more expensive, requiring an extra budget of over 100,000 yuan.