2002 Audi A8 vs. 1966 Austin A 40
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. 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 1966 Austin A 40. 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 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1966 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
