1978 Opel Senator 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 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Senator | A8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |