1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
