1998 Audi S8 vs. 1949 Austin A 110
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Audi S8.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1949 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S8 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
