2001 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Because 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A8 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3030 mm |
