1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Audi S8
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Audi S8 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 21.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
