1999 Audi S8 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 9 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 210 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.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. 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, 2008 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
