2005 Audi A8 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator 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 157 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A8 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
