1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2010 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Audi S8 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S8 | GT-R |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |