2000 Audi S8 vs. 1949 Austin A 110
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 1949 Austin A 110 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | S8 | A 110 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 287 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 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 | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |