2009 Audi A8 vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 26 L |
