2012 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, both 2012 Audi R8 and 2012 Audi S8 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Audi R8. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi R8.
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 S8 (650 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8. 2012 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi R8 | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2992 mm |
