1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. 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 1970 Alpine A 110. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
