1996 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 15 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, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 123 kg more than 1996 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | A8 | M |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 76 L |