1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Audi A8
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1998 Audi A8 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (300 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (142 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A8 (400 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1998 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
