1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 146 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
