1999 Audi R8R vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford

To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 142 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.

Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi R8R 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
Make Audi Austin-Healey
Model R8R Tickford
Year Released 1999 1952
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3898 cc 2441 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 184 Nm
Vehicle Weight 2 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1400 mm


 

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