2000 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3122 mm |
