Is The V10 R8 Worth The Upgrade?

[@sportzntouring]

My GT has a different map on the R-Tronic then stock R8V10s, so not a fair comparison, but I've lived with it for a few years now and I honestly think the complaints are more due to expectations... If you expect an auto box, it will be disappointing. If you expect an automated manual, a halfway house between a manual and an auto, then it's fine. It needs as much mechanical sympathy as a manual only with a different user interface. I like the engagement that provides. But that's just me.

[@esthetics4512]

Which tuner did you go with for your tune?

[@sportzntouring]

@@esthetics4512 the R8 GT comes with its own unique map for both engine and gearbox. I've left those stock as the improvements are marginal beyond what they did at factory. It's so marginal it's not worth the cost or giving up my extended warranty 😁

[@sportzntouring]

@@esthetics4512 p.s. if I was to go anywhere, it would be RE Performance.

[@esthetics4512]

@@sportzntouring sadly I don’t live where Ricky is I’m on a whole different continent

[@esthetics4512]

@@sportzntouring people with the Vf engineering ecu and tcu sing a different tune and honestly rightfully so VF ECU tune takes the 525hp and 570hp to 640hp and that is without any aftermarket upgrades exhaust etc personally it’s something I’ll be definitely hopping on and regards to the TCU VF ENGINEERING offers those with it praise it quite highly

[@craigdarlison1483]

I have manual v10 , with Vf supercharger , amazing machine, mines got top gear f1 also , happy to let you listen

[@craigdarlison1483]

Pushing about 750-800bhp

[@be1441]

Would love to experience a supercharged r8 😍

[@craigdarlison1483]

@@be1441 I had her up for sale but changing my mind so I’ll get her back very soon

[@richardbrunt5434]

@@craigdarlison1483so you’re the person who took it off interesting to see you kept it rather than it selling 🤔

[@craigdarlison1483]

@@richardbrunt5434 wouldn’t sell so will keep Her for summer and see what happens to prices and rates

[@montgd]

I have a V10 manual 'vert. I owned a bunch of V8 cars before (Mustangs etc), the V10 is just another level of exotic feel and sound. They're all great tho. I'm jealous how cheap you can get them in UK, here in USA the manual is hugely valuable now (my car is 1 of 1 in its spec for the NA market - crazy).

[@mitchd949]

I bought one of the very last gen 1 R8s. The premium for the V10 at the time was over $50k USD. I went with the V8 and have loved it since the day she was delivered. The extra cost plus extra maintenance was not worth it to me. Your mileage may vary.

[@rosshendry7298]

Coming from a B8.5 RS4 V8 I think both of those cars just sound amazing. Great video keep up the good work on the big N/As. ❤

[@sih3171]

I have the V10 R Tronic with Milltek exhaust and like Vish I cringe a bit with cold start and what the neighbours must think but once you’re pushing hard through the gears the sound and feel is 100% awesome! Beautiful! Great comparison vid 😁👍

[@vdubben1]

Aftermarket exhaust and cold start is brutal on the v10

[@pasindutharaka1548]

whats it like with the R Tronic gear box? do you have any paddles or can flip it into semi manual?

[@bensmith9595]

I owned that exact car before Vish, and the Larini exhaust cold start was something else. Car was amazing…

[@real-eyes-realise-real-lies]

Lies, you probably own a fiesta you bum.

[@pyryvirrantaus2997]

R8 v8 AC compressor can be changed with engine in. VPS sells ball joints, I have changed all myself, not a biggie.

[@redemptionx2918]

How long roughly did it take?

[@mrsmooth224]

I've got a 2010 v10 spyder with re map and r tronic. You have to learn the r tronic, but once you've got it it's amazing! Pagani zonda still uses similar system. Get it right and it will absolutely fly!!!!

[@GlennsCarCollection]

I made the same video a few years ago. It’s absolutely worth the upgrade. I bought a V10 manual R8 shortly after making my video. Cheers

[@bb57365]

Have the v10 manual. Love the car. Always wondered how a v10 compares to a supercharger v8.

[@bb57365]

Get the v10 mapped with a valved exhaust, you won’t be disappointed. I’ve done both, apr tune with fab speed valved exhaust. Close to the sound and feel off the Lambo.

[@STORM3SHADOW]

Just supercharge your V8! Puts you close to 600hp and you don't lose that raucous V8 exhaust note!

[@shaundavenport621]

The V8 has plenty enough performance save yourself a hundred grand buy a cheap flat in Spain and rent it out!

[@davidreville7211]

Just love the sound of that V10 ❤

[@joetalking7363]

Okay I know this a car video (and a great one might I add) but let’s just appreciate one thing, as men gathered here. Notice how the entire video was just both guys coming up with reasons why the other guy’s car is better. I love it. That’s why I get annoyed when people say men treat each other bad, or we are confrontational. This video is proof that we’re not. Love both cars, my dream is a V10 Audi R8 manual, in either black or a vibrant colour like orange or green

[@be1441]

I know what you mean! We can both appreciate each other cars without any form of “snobbery” if you like. Was great to meet Vish for this video. Great guy and we’ve become friends. Which is what the car community should be all about. Hope you buy your v10 one day mate 👍🏼

[@joetalking7363]

@@be1441 thank you sir, I appreciate that🤝

[@GenuineGents]

If i had access to a 2014 v10 automatic or a 2012 v8 manual... Any thoughts?! The v10 is actually marketed cheaper from the same dealership, likely because of the lack of manual

[@be1441]

2014 v10 should be a facelift so s-Tronic. Which is a far better gearbox than the earlier r-tronics. Go for the v10 if you can. But for me the v8 suits me better and does what I need it to do

[@vdubben1]

Got the v8 is a b7 RS4 and v10 BUJ R8, and the v10 all day long! Better in every way! Even the sound.

[@EddieRicks-i8v]

Have the v8 and it is a joy to drive but the ten sounds great 👍

[@guccipucci69420]

Do you work at Paymentus

[@EddieRicks-i8v]

@@guccipucci69420 no

[@EddieRicks-i8v]

@@8647-ux6yx the lfa would be nice to have but it’s way to much for me but the v8 500 is really nice as well it’s so sharp looking

[@konstantinmoraglis5300]

I would stick with V8, its a lighter car, and with the money you may increase the power , decat is at least 20bhp all the way. Great video , thank you

[@findinggold8930]

Ah my car!!! Glad you're loving the Smilemaker Vish!!! That exhaust is beefy and epic! No contest with the F1. Great video Ben... !!

[@be1441]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it 😁

[@tameracingdriver]

Maybe it's just me but I think your V8 sounds just as nice as the V10, perhaps it doesn't come across as well in the video - though I did try, as I'm listening through some decent headphones 🤣

[@be1441]

The V8 definitely held its own against the v10 😍 sounds like an f1 car

[@tameracingdriver]

@@be1441 it really does. A V8 never sounds bad really but yours just sounded superb to my ears. Maybe the V10 had a slight bit more of a howl but yours has a lovely gruff v8 sound track and it certainly looks like it goes well 😁 definitely not worth 25 grand extra by any stretch for me

[@jacktran01]

To save you time, yes

[@villaman4818]

Glad you're back in an R8 Ben. I remember seeing your old one at RE. Hopefully you got a good outcome from the insurance. Did you say your new one has 80k miles on ?

[@be1441]

I got there in the end after 2 years fighting Admiral! This orange one had 80k on it. I sold it a few months ago and now own a facelift version

[@villaman4818]

@@be1441 wow…you’re as bad as me for car swapping 😀….is your new one a V8 or v10? It’s good to know it was Admiral…I’ve just swapped my R8 to another provider from them..not very impressive..I guess all’s well that ends well.

[@be1441]

@@villaman4818 don’t get me started on Admiral 😂 and yes another V8, but am s-Tronic this time. There’s a video of it on the channel

[@villaman4818]

@@be1441 cheers buddy..Ill watch it now..I’m a little behind. 👍🏾

[@umaya87]

I got v10 manual with f1 topgear installed in San Diego ca if you are close come and check it out

[@SNIP3RIS1]

Loved the video. A great dynamic duo between you two.

[@dair919]

"which ones better?" "The one with more cylinders.... DUHHHH" 😂 Jokes

[@mramg6038]

The V10 is probably the lesser divestment, assuming nothing breaks.

[@ryanwithop6008]

@be1441 Thank you for the video. What is the tune you are using on the R8 V8? I am considering this vs a v10.

[@be1441]

I’m not too sure. Was on the car when I bought it

[@joshb7054]

I keep looking at your R8 on Autotrader... Fancy a MK3 Focus RS and 10k cash?...

[@rajpatel3513]

Hi Ben, Great video and in-depth review of the two. I noticed you have a Fire extinguisher attached to the rear parcel shelf, could ask the brand and size of the extinguisher please?🙏

[@be1441]

It’s a firexo 500ml from Halfords

[@rajpatel3513]

@@be1441 thank you Ben

[@rajpatel3513]

@@be1441 Not sure if you recall my V8 Spyder caught fire last Christmas, just got a 2018 V10 few weeks ago following the insurance pay out, so I wanted to get a fire extinguisher that was good quality and safe for the components on this engine, should the inevitable happen.

[@be1441]

@@rajpatel3513 was this the white one on a driveway? Mine caught fire 3 years ago so I always carry one now

[@rajpatel3513]

@@be1441 it was on the Marylebone flyover on Xmas eve

[@doozy1776]

dude says with "wif" and "wevver or not" and is wearing a Miami jersey...

[@be1441]

Your point?

[@Suprahampton]

​@@be1441that 'th' isn't pronounced as an 'f' or 'v'

[@MattBarnes-e3n]

Put a capristo exhaust on my v10 and it’s absolutely ridiculous

[@be1441]

😍😍😍😍

[@paulweis9797]

Are these carbon clean steps really that much of a difference?

[@be1441]

I’ll hopefully be finding out soon when I get my newer r8 serviced. Would like to do a dyno run before and after

[@pyryvirrantaus2997]

Yes, it makes a huge difference. My V8 had 85k kms and had like 2-3 mm carbon coating in intake ports, valves & intake snouts.

[@be1441]

I’m currently doing to clean myself. Video to follow

[@abeautifulhaze]

What seats are those in your V8?

[@be1441]

Audi wingbacks

[@Stuub.]

My heart tells me to go for a V8 but my mind tells me a V10 will be worth the extra in the long run. Time will only tell

[@nigelo7507]

Has Vish got rear seats? 👀

[@be1441]

In an r8…😂

[@Tacman556]

V8 manuals fetching $100k+ in US😮

[@aaronobrien7821]

you showed yourself breaking the speed limit a few times lol

[@be1441]

Filmed in Mexico

[@3xD3r]

Could you do a Rev battle and a short drag race between?

[@be1441]

I’m sure! Be good to do a performance test

[@3xD3r]

@@be1441 definitely! I’ll be waiting for one :)

[@ederss7]

My cheap Passat with the VR6 engine sounds as good as these exotic cars 😂. And I'm not joking.

[@ToddMotto]

I’ve got the VR6 in my MK1 TT and I’d definitely agree with you 🙌 (maybe even sounds better…)

[@Jayboy1983]

You're the type of guy that used to say how ferrari owners were jealous of your halfords exhaust on your 1.2 vauxhall nova back in 2001 😂

[@williamjeffbuckleyjr.2648]

I believe me and my money are going with the V10. There appears to be a proper manual coupe spec that looks like quite a dahling around the bends. Your video has provided me suitable material for said decision. Now what. say. you? 🧐 🐷 🐽

[@kevread849]

You should definitely sell the V8, tomorrow in fact 😉

[@be1441]

😂😂😂 see you tomorrow Kev

[@quicksixhatchofficial2880]

dyno yours then benny boy, nice vid!

[@mramg6038]

The dyno breaks the v10. Really recommend you don’t do that.

[@bill4632]

Depends how deep your pocket$ are and your need for speed. Lol.

[@HenningOlsen-t4l]

the original audi r8 with the V8--.is the better car --better sterring , better made platform--keep your V8

[@be1441]

I’ve upgraded my v8 to a facelift s Tronic 👌🏼

[@victorhershlag3849]

Wdym upgrade bro? I got an 4cl 1.6 hahaha be real

[@Fultano]

BUY A V10 YOU WONT

[@Blaid73]

The V8 are the original and more reliable.The end. It's design are timeless while the newer copycat can never compete in design for the future.Thats why the V8 will increase in value if kept low milage while the V10 will eventually be ruined in so many ways.

[@richscrinsonphonegg8842]

What are you dribbling on about? V10 being ruined. 😂

[@esthetics4512]

Whoever that guy is needs to know ITS NOT A LAMBORGHINI ENGINE 5.2 IS AUDI ONLY 5.0L AND V12s CAN CLAIM LAMBO ENGINE!!!!!

[@be1441]

You’re incorrect I’m afraid

[@esthetics4512]

@@be1441 please explain

[@be1441]

@@esthetics4512 the 5.2 V10 is the same used in the Lamborghini Gallardo…

[@esthetics4512]

@@be1441 yes I’m aware of that what I’m saying is audi overhauled the 5.0 from the gallardo to the 5.2L that it currently is think of it like this Porsches 3.8 L and 4L can be bore stroked by DEMAN motorsports which in turn results in the 4.5L engine although the original Motor is from Porsche the 4.5L can’t be called a Porsche engine as they didn’t produce it in this case think of audi as the tuner as they are ones who bore stroked the 5.0l to the 5.2L that’s in the gen2 gallardos and huracans which then makes the 5.2L ENGINE A AUDI NOT LAMBO

[@be1441]

@@esthetics4512 makes sense seeming as audi own lambo

[@dawson_hoover]

Hearing the price difference between there and here in the US is painful. The V-10 manual here is no less than $120k USD 🥲

[@be1441]

🤣😬