1999 Audi S8 vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger 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 308 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | S8 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1510 mm |
