2009 Audi R8 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta 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 383 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. 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 1983 Lancia Beta. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | R8 | Beta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |