1986 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 505 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2992 mm |
