1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari A10 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Audi | Ascari |
Model | Super 90 | A10 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2636 mm |