2007 Audi S8 vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | S8 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 94 L |
