2005 Audi A8 vs. 1962 Austin A 99
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 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 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 225 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
