2000 Audi A8 vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1977 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A8 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
