2009 Audi R8 vs. 1949 Austin A 110
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 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 393 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1949 Austin A 110 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | R8 | A 110 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |