2008 Audi R8 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 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 @ 8250 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. 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 1953 Austin-Healey 100. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | R8 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
