2009 Audi R8 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 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 124 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 930. 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | R8 | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |