2009 Audi A8 vs. 1948 Austin A 110
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1948 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
