2009 Audi R8 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 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 496 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | R8 | P 70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |