2009 Audi R8 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta 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 399 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. 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 1975 Lancia Beta. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | R8 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
