2005 Audi S8 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |
