2009 Audi R8 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat 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 335 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
