2009 Audi R8 vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona 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 480 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. 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 1964 Toyota Corona. 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 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |