2005 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Quantum 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 226 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
