1968 Saab Sonett vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Saab Sonett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Saab Sonett | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | Sonett | A8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
