1994 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | TT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
