1998 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Audi S8. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 135 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.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
