1967 Peugeot 404 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Peugeot 404 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 404 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
