2007 Audi S8 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S8. (540 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
