2006 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi Coupe 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 102 more horse power than 1995 Audi Coupe. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1995 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi Coupe. (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1995 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
