1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 75 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |
