1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | A5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2751 mm |
