2009 Audi S8 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S8 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |