2009 Audi R8 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring 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 433 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | Touring |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |