2007 Audi S8 vs. 1996 Rover 200

To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 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 304 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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 Rover 200. 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi S8 1996 Rover 200
Make Audi Rover
Model S8 200
Year Released 2007 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2510 mm


 

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