1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | S5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
