1996 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 889 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (170 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 200 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3122 mm |
