1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect 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 319 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. 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 1957 Ford Prefect. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Prefect 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:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Prefect | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5062 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2944 mm |
