2003 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 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 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A8 | 305 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
