1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 164 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
