2007 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare

To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.

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2007 Audi A8 1975 Plymouth Volare
Make Audi Plymouth
Model A8 Volare
Year Released 2007 1975
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3697 cc 5898 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 1776 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2760 mm