1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 750 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
