2003 Audi A8 vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1952 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, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A8 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2600 mm |
