1993 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton 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 @ 7800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Audi |
| Model | Carlton | R8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3638 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2649 mm |
