1988 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
