1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Avanti | Audi |
Model | Avanti | A8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |