2000 Audi S8 vs. 1978 BMW M1
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW M1. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1978 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | M1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
