2005 Audi A8 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. 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 (560 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A8 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2639 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
