1999 Audi S8 vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S8 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
