1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1334 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 35 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3122 mm |
