1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 30 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
