2009 Audi A8 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Oxford. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A8 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
