1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 Audi S8
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2007 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 850 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 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 | 570 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
