1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 561 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 Ford Fiesta. 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 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
