1999 Audi S8 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. 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 69 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. 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 1967 Fiat Dino. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | S8 | Dino |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |