2008 Audi R8 vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | R8 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
