2008 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A8 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 94 L |
