1971 Porsche 914 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Porsche 914 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 914 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
