1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Audi |
| Model | 100 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
