1992 Audi V8 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi V8 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | V8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 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 |
