2000 Audi S8 vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 959. (500 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 959.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | 959 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
