2009 Audi S8 vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 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 369 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S8 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
