1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 Audi R8

To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin A 55 2011 Audi R8
Make Austin Audi
Model A 55 R8
Year Released 1955 2011
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1489 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1252 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2649 mm


 

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