2005 Audi A8 vs. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. 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 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | A8 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
