2005 Audi A8 vs. 1962 Austin A 40
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1962 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
