1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 90 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3122 mm |
