1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
