1990 Audi V8 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | V8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
