2009 Audi R8 vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
