1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1968 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 2300 | A8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3122 mm |