1998 Audi S8 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Audi S8.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Fury. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (394 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | S8 | Fury |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |
