1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 12 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 681 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.
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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | S8 | LS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |