1999 Audi R8R vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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 R8R (330 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1947 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | R8R | 16 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1680 mm |
