2008 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2200 mm |
