1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 249 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTA | A8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
