1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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, 2005 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Stola | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
