2009 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 936 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 |
