2012 Audi S8 vs. 1999 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 382 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S8 | 1999 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | S8 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 513 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2580 mm |
