1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 2000 Audi S8
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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.
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1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 2000 Audi S8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | 2-Litre | S8 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |