2009 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Audi A8
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 586 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1994 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
