1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | El Camino | A8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
