1946 Allard K1 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | K1 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |
