1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 40 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 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S8 | 535 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |