2007 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. 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 Saturn SC. 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 (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A8 | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
