2008 Audi A8 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A8 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |
