1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 342 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfa 6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
