2008 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | GS | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |
