1998 • Spectre
R42
Spectre R42 4.6 i V8 32V (355 Hp) 1998Overall Score87.5/100
1998 Spectre R42 vs 1998 Audi S8 Comparison
Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.
1998 • Audi
S8
Audi S8 4.2 V8 (340 Hp) 1998Overall Score86.5/100
WINNER
Spectre R42
Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.
87.5–86.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS
Every difference between the two cars
Basic Specifications
Spectre R42SpecificationAudi S8
SpectreMakeAudi
R42ModelS8
1998Model year1998
CoupeBody typeSedan
2Seats5
2Doors4
Performance
Spectre R42SpecificationAudi S8
4,6 s0–100 km/h5,5 s
282 km/hTop speed250 km/h
4601 ccEngine displacement4172 cc
355 HPPower340 HP
454 NmTorque410 Nm
8Cylinders8
Fuel & Consumption
Spectre R42SpecificationAudi S8
PetrolFuel typePetrol
68 ltFuel tank90 lt
25 ltUrban consumption20,8 lt
13 ltExtra-urban consumption10,5 lt
—Average consumption14,3 lt
Transmission & Chassis
Spectre R42SpecificationAudi S8
Rear-wheel driveDrivetrain4x4
5Gears6
235/45 ZR17; 335/35 ZR17Tyre size245/45 R18
YesABSYes
Dimensions
Spectre R42SpecificationAudi S8
4190 mmLength5034 mm
1860 mmWidth1880 mm
1090 mmHeight1420 mm
1250 KgWeight1720 Kg
2410 mmWheelbase2882 mm
E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note
1998 Spectre R42 and 1998 Audi S8 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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