1995 Acura Legend vs. 2007 Audi S8
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2007 Audi S8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | Legend | S8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |