2009 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10

To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mitsubishi A10 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 310 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1959 Mitsubishi A10 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.

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2009 Audi A8 1959 Mitsubishi A10
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A8 A10
Year Released 2009 1959
Engine Size 4172 cc 493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 330 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 34 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 475 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3150 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2070 mm