2009 Audi R8 vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 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 372 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. 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 Volvo 260. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | R8 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
