1994 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Audi S8
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2007 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
