1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 AC 2-Litre. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 AC 2-Litre | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 2-Litre | R8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
