2008 Audi R8 vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 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 363 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. 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 Morgan Plus 4. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | R8 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |