1998 Audi S8 vs. 1998 Audi A8
To start off, both 1998 Audi S8 and 1998 Audi A8 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1998 Audi S8 and 1998 Audi A8 are equipped with a 4,172 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Audi A8. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A8.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A8. (400 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A8. 1998 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Audi S8 | 1998 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S8 | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 557 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |