1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 Audi R8.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | R8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2649 mm |
