2000 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 120 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1981 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 1981 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1981 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Audi | Avanti |
Model | A8 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1540 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 |