1999 Audi S8 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 142 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | S8 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
