1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 743 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect. 2009 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Prefect | R8 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
