2005 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S8. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
