2000 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, both 2000 Audi S8 and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 105 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 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 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | S8 | 146 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |