2000 Audi S8 vs. 1967 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre 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 127 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1967 Austin 3-Litre | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S8 | 3-Litre |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| 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 | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2940 mm |
