2004 Audi A8 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
