2006 Audi A8 vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
