1994 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Audi A8
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. Both 1994 Audi A8 and 2009 Audi A8 are equipped with a 4,172 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2009 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
