1999 Audi R8 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 1393 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | R8 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
