1989 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 16 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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 Audi A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | V8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
