1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Berline | S8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
