1999 Audi S8 vs. 1947 Austin A 110
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1947 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S8 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
