2000 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
