2000 Audi S8 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 84 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | S8 | 2600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |