1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S8 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |