2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 13 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 57 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | A8 | M |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
