2007 Audi S8 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1949 Triumph Mayflower has manual transmission. 1949 Triumph Mayflower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | S8 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
