1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1963 Alpine A 110. 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 1963 Alpine A 110. 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.
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1963 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 110 | R8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |