1999 Audi S8 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 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 168 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S8 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
