1985 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 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 211 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. 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 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1985 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2992 mm |
