2008 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca. 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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Audi | Italdesign |
| Model | A8 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
