2000 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra 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 102 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A8 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
