2000 Audi S8 vs. 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina

To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.

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2000 Audi S8 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina
Make Audi Autobianchi
Model S8 Bianchina
Year Released 2000 1965
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4172 cc 500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 35 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 67.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 7.0:1
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 585 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 3230 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1350 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2040 mm