2000 Audi R8 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 356 weights approximately 848 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1955 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1955 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
