2009 Audi R8 vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown 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 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Toyota Crown. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |