1960 Suzuki Light vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light 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 504 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Suzuki Light | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Suzuki | Audi |
Model | Light | R8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 5204 cc |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |