2001 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
