1998 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Audi S8. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 947 kg more than 1998 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi S8. (557 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi S8. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | S8 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2891 mm |
