1976 Pontiac Trans Am 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 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Trans Am | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Trans Am | A8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 367 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2992 mm |
