1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2008 Audi S5
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 10 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), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 970 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2008 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Stola | S5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
