2009 Audi R8 vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 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 424 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. 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 1991 Rover 400. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | R8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
