1989 Audi V8 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Audi | Italdesign |
| Model | V8 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
