2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
