1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1953 Austin A 110. 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 1953 Austin A 110. 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 (445 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 110 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 110 | A8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3122 mm |