1998 Audi S8 vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 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 286 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S8 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
