2000 Audi S8 vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 505. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | S8 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
