1999 Audi S8 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 250 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
