2008 Audi A8 vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
