1998 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Audi S8. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 823 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover LR4. (508 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover LR4. 2012 Land Rover LR4 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. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | S8 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| 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 | 375 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2885 mm |
