2009 Audi R8 vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 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 477 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. 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 1953 Austin A 40. 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | R8 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
