2009 Audi R8 vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | R8 | 15 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |