1980 Audi Sport vs. 2009 Audi A8
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2009 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Sport | A8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |