2009 Audi R8 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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 245 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |