1999 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
