2000 Audi R8 vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 2178 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess 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 | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | R8 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
