2005 Audi A8 vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America 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 229 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A8 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
