1953 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Morris | Audi |
Model | Minor | S8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2950 mm |