2009 Audi R8 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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 168 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. (350 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | R8 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
