1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador

To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.

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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi S8 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
Make Audi Lamborghini
Model S8 Aventador
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4170 cc 6500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 700 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 689 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type AWD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1135 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.5 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.7 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 90 L


 

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