2009 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone 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 354 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 2009 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | R8 | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |