1989 Audi V8 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 22 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 355 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | V8 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
