1996 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 117 kg more than 1996 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 76 L |
