1971 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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) has 353 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. 2011 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1971 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Land Rover Serie II | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Serie II | R8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2649 mm |
