2008 Audi A8 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 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 266 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |
