2007 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1995 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
