1998 Audi S8 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, both 1998 Audi S8 and 1998 Chevrolet Camaro were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S8 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
