2009 Audi R8 vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT 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 292 more horse power than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 265 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 Toyota 2000GT. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1970 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
