2005 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | A8 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |