1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 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 348 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90. 2011 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 90 | S8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |