2000 Audi S8 vs. 1994 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi Coupe 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 136 more horse power than 1994 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1994 Audi Coupe. 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 1994 Audi Coupe. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1994 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
