2007 Audi S8 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | S8 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
