2000 Audi S8 vs. 1984 BMW M6
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW M6. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (335 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1984 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
