1995 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
