2009 Audi S8 vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S8 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
