1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 13 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 109 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
