The Saloon version of the A8 model has a 3993 cc (243.6 ci) 32 valve V 8 Twin Turbo Petrol engine.
This particular Audi A8 S8 Plus 4.0 V8 Twin Turbo has a 8 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's AWD system.
The 2015 Audi A8 reaches its peak power of 597 bhp (445 kW) @ 6100 rpm.
The 2015 Audi A8 produces torque measuring 553 lb-ft (749.7 Nm) @ 2500 rpm.
The A8 weighs around 1990 kg (4387 lb). The 2015 Audi A8 Power to weight is 300.0 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 277.8 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The 2015 Audi A8 has a top speed of 190 mph (305.7 kph)
The 2015 Audi A8 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 3.70 seconds or 0-100kph in 3.8s. The 2015 Audi A8 estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 13.31 seconds with a trap speed of 115.6 mph.
Mercedes SL Class 450SL V8 R107
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 4520cc 16v V8
Top Speed: 130 mph
0-60mph: 9.00 seconds
Bentley Arnage 4.4 V8
Engine: Twin Turbo Petrol | 4398cc 32v V8
Top Speed: 239.7 kph
0-100kph: 6.7 seconds