2009 Audi R8 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 461 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 Mazda Familia. 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 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi R8 1968 Mazda Familia
Make Audi Mazda
Model R8 Familia
Year Released 2009 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 518 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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