2000 Audi S8 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 943 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Audi | Daimler |
| Model | S8 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3740 mm |
