1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Audi |
| Model | Nazca | A4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2809 mm |
