2009 Audi A8 vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. 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 1962 Morris Minor. 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A8 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
