2008 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2009 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maybach Landaulet. 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, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2009 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | A8 | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
