2008 Audi S8 vs. 1981 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 364 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1981 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | S8 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
