1976 BMW 633 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 633. 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 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 633 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
