1996 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 28 kg more than 1996 Audi A8.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | CC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
