2005 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | S800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
