1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Prefect | R8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |