1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 70 | S8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 90 L |