2009 Audi R8 vs. 1969 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jeep CJ5 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 361 more horse power than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1969 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | R8 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
