1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40. 1993 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 40 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
