2001 Audi A8 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. 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 (350 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 26 L |
