1989 Audi V8 vs. 2007 Audi S6
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 18 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2007 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | V8 | S6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.7 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 | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
