1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Suburban | A8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2992 mm |