2009 Audi R8 vs. 1962 Morris 1100
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1962 Morris 1100. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1962 Morris 1100. 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 1962 Morris 1100. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris 1100. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1962 Morris 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | R8 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
