1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Audi |
| Model | Nazca | A3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
