1999 Audi R8R vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor 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 198 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 938 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1961 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1961 Vauxhall Victor 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 | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | R8R | Victor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 109 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
