2000 Audi R8 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Rapier 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 158 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 1028 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1971 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | R8 | Rapier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
