2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | A8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
