1996 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Infiniti EX.
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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | EX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 82 L |
