2009 Audi R8 vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 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 439 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. 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 1969 Porsche 914. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 201 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 | 1580 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
