2001 Audi A8 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A8 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2600 mm |
