2005 Audi A8 vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT 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 246 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A8 | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
