1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 2200 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
