1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 380 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | S8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2992 mm |
