2000 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2475 mm |
