1953 Austin A 40 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 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. 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 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 716 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 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 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 40 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
