2006 Infiniti M vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8.
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 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | M | V8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
