1994 Audi V8 vs. 1965 Austin A 90
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 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 V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 1965 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | V8 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
