2000 Audi A8 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
