2009 Audi S8 vs. 1983 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti 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 263 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Avanti Avanti. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S8 | 1983 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Audi | Avanti |
Model | S8 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |