1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Jeep | Audi |
Model | Station Wagon | A8 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2992 mm |