1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 11 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 190 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 2010 BMW 650. 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, 2010 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2010 BMW 650 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S8 | 650 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |