1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint 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 384 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint 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:
1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Sprint | A8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |