2009 Audi R8 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 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 350 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | R8 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
