2005 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (461 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | M | S8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2992 mm |
