1999 Audi S8 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S8 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3230 mm |
