1998 Audi S8 vs. 1951 Austin Princess
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 Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess 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 211 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Audi S8.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1951 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S8 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 288 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 | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
