2004 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Spyker C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Spyker |
| Model | S4 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
