1998 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 14 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 983 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi S8 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | S8 | Defender |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 557 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |