1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Audi S8
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 956 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | S8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
