2009 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. 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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
