2005 Audi A8 vs. 1960 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 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 235 more horse power than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A8 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
