1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Spyker |
| Model | Super 90 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
