2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 57 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 875 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 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | RS4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
