1970 Honda N III vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda N III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | N III | R8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2649 mm |
