1992 Audi V8 vs. 1961 Austin A 99
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 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 140 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. 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 1961 Austin A 99. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi V8 | 1961 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | V8 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
