1971 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1971 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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:
| 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Marcos | Audi |
| Model | 2 Litres | R8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2649 mm |
