1999 Audi S8 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey 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 109 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey 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 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | S8 | Healey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
