1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 30 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
