2009 Audi A8 vs. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 1980 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | A8 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |