2005 Audi A8 vs. 1955 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1955 Ford Zephyr. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1955 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
