1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 30 | A8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |