2009 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1284 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. 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 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A8 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
