1996 Audi S6 vs. 1999 Audi A8
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1999 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
