2012 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (550 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2992 mm |
