1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1999 Audi S8
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Abarth 500 | 1999 Audi S8 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 500 | S8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 4170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |