2008 Audi S8 vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 444 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
