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Audi S8

General information

ModelAudi S8
Year1998
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4172 ccm (254.58 cubic inches)
Seats4
Drive4WD
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4172 ccm (254.58 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power340.00 PS (250 kW or 335 HP)
Max torque556.96 Nm (56.8 kgf-m or 410.8 ft.lbs)
Bore x stroke84.6 x 93.0 mm (3.3 x 3.7 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed251.0 km/h (156.0 mph)
0-60 miles5.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1971 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4480 litres (1,184 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1725 kg (3,803.0 pounds)
Overall length5040 mm (198.4 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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