2009 Audi R8 vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 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 324 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo P 1800. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | R8 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
