1994 Audi A8 vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 174 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 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 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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.
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1994 Audi A8 | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A8 | Viscount |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |