2008 Audi S8 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (325 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S8 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
