1997 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, both 1997 Audi A8 and 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 144 kg more than 1997 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A8. (310 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A8 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
