2005 Audi A8 vs. 1952 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1952 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
