1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Audi | Ascari |
| Model | 100 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2636 mm |
