1976 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (118 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3122 mm |
