2006 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Austin Montego
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego 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 244 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 739 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. 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 1988 Austin Montego. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1988 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
