2005 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 943 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Italdesign Nazca. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Audi | Italdesign |
| Model | A8 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
