2006 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Sedan would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan.
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2006 Audi A8 | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Sedan |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |