2003 Audi A8 vs. 1960 Austin A 40
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1960 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 26 L |
