2000 Audi S8 vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 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 135 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. 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 1998 Morgan 4. 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | S8 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
