2008 Audi A8 vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 1284 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 700 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
