1999 Audi S8 vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1989 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |
