2005 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (130 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Audi | Italdesign |
| Model | A4 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
