2007 Audi S8 vs. 1953 Austin A 110
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 110. 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 (540 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 110. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 110 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.
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2007 Audi S8 | 1953 Austin A 110 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | S8 | A 110 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 287 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |