2004 Audi A8 vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | A8 | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |