1971 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2007 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
