2008 Audi R8 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 329 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 (431 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
