1990 Audi V8 vs. 1962 Austin A 40
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 1962 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | V8 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
