2009 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 178 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1978 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 970 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 |
