2003 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2480 mm |
