2009 Audi R8 vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 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 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. 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 1970 Honda S800. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1970 Honda S800 | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | R8 | S800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 156 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 | 1560 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |