1998 Audi S8 vs. 1960 Austin A 40
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 301 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1960 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 1960 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1960 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S8 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2130 mm |
