2008 Audi A5 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A5 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
