2009 Audi R8 vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle 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 382 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | R8 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |