2007 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Porsche 911. (395 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2013 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 2013 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1292 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |