2000 Audi S8 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S8. (583 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 328 km/hour |
| 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
