1956 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular 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 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Popular. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Popular | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Popular | R8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2649 mm |
