2006 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A8 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
