1955 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Minor | A8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |
