1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 90 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2992 mm |
