2008 Audi S8 vs. 1952 Austin A 70
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 1952 Austin A 70 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | S8 | A 70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |