2009 Audi R8 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
