2009 Audi R8 vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. 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 1959 Seat 600. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1959 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | R8 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
