1999 Audi R8R vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | R8R | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
