2009 Audi R8 vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | R8 | A135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
