2000 Audi S8 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S8 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
