2007 Audi S8 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S8 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
