2006 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant 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 240 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
