2007 Audi S8 vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 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 375 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Rover P4. 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S8 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
