2009 Audi R8 vs. 1966 Austin A 90
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 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 300 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 90. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1966 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | R8 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
