1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 120 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | S8 | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |