2002 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2002 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A8 | 109 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |