1998 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 15 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 10 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti M. (325 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Audi S8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (366 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | S8 | M |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
