1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Dino | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Dino | A8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 90 L |
