1998 Audi S8 vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Audi S8.
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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
