2008 Audi S8 vs. 1953 Austin A 30
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S8 | 1953 Austin A 30 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | S8 | A 30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 28 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |