1994 Audi A8 vs. 1963 Austin A 90
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1963 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
