1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 18 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, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Italdesign | Audi |
Model | Nazca | A8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2992 mm |