2000 Audi S8 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 911. (540 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
