2000 Audi A8 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A8 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
