1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 964 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-7 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-7 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | W |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3122 mm |
