2007 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2007 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
