2009 Audi R8 vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina 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 368 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. 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 1967 Ford Cortina. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |