1997 • Audi
S8
Audi S8 4.2 V8 (340 Hp) 1997Overall Score86.5/100
1997 Audi S8 vs 1997 Spectre R42 Comparison
Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.
1997 • Spectre
R42
Spectre R42 4.6 i V8 32V (355 Hp) 1997Overall Score87.5/100
WINNER
Spectre R42
Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.
86.5–87.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS
Every difference between the two cars
Basic Specifications
Audi S8SpecificationSpectre R42
AudiMakeSpectre
S8ModelR42
1997Model year1997
SedanBody typeCoupe
5Seats2
4Doors2
Performance
Audi S8SpecificationSpectre R42
5,5 s0–100 km/h4,6 s
250 km/hTop speed282 km/h
4172 ccEngine displacement4601 cc
340 HPPower355 HP
410 NmTorque454 Nm
8Cylinders8
Fuel & Consumption
Audi S8SpecificationSpectre R42
PetrolFuel typePetrol
90 ltFuel tank68 lt
20,8 ltUrban consumption25 lt
10,5 ltExtra-urban consumption13 lt
14,3 ltAverage consumption—
Transmission & Chassis
Audi S8SpecificationSpectre R42
4x4DrivetrainRear-wheel drive
6Gears5
245/45 R18Tyre size235/45 ZR17; 335/35 ZR17
YesABSYes
Dimensions
Audi S8SpecificationSpectre R42
5034 mmLength4190 mm
1880 mmWidth1860 mm
1420 mmHeight1090 mm
1720 KgWeight1250 Kg
2882 mmWheelbase2410 mm
E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note
1997 Audi S8 and 1997 Spectre R42 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.
Overall, Spectre R42 leads the E-Kıyasla score by 1 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.
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