2009 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A8 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
