2009 Audi R8 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
