1996 Audi A8 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Audi A8.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | A8 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3230 mm |