2009 Audi R8 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 302 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
