1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | R8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
