2009 Audi R8 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 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) has 353 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | R8 | 88 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 430 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |