1946 Austin 16 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (328 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (441 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | 16 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2992 mm |
