2005 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
