1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1992 Audi V8 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 40 | V8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |