2009 Audi R8 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. (395 HP @ 5160 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | CW |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
