2008 Audi S8 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 930. (297 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 930. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
