2008 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Innocenti J4

To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1965 Innocenti J4. 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 Innocenti J4. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti J4. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Audi A8 1965 Innocenti J4
Make Audi Innocenti
Model A8 J4
Year Released 2008 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 231 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 64.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 83.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3720 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2380 mm