1995 Audi A8 vs. 1986 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 1986 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A8 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
