2007 Audi A8 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3300 mm |
