1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1995 Audi A8
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1995 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 750 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
