1999 Audi S8 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. 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 1965 Suzuki Fronte. 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 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S8 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
