2008 Audi R8 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
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 Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | R8 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
