2005 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 133 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A8 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
