2000 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, both 2000 Audi S8 and 2000 Ford ST 460 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 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 2000 Ford ST 460. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | ST 460 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
