1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Charger. 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 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Charger | A8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3122 mm |
