2008 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti M. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | S8 | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1844 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |