2009 Audi S8 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S8 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S8 | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
