2002 Audi A8 vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A8 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
