Audi S8

Stuff a modified version of the V10 from the Lamborghini Gallardo and the result is a full size sedan with a 0-60 of 5.0 seconds. The 450 bhp V10 is the second generation of Audi V-engines, all with a 90-degree included angle and a spacing of 90 millimetres between cylinder centres. Key areas of the Audi version have been reengineered compared with the engine in the Lamborghini Gallardo. The bore has been increased from 82.5 to 84.5 mm; the stroke is 92.8 mm and the displacement 5204 cm3. A so-called bedplate structure ­ an intermediate frame ­ reinforces the extremely compact crankcase, which is made from cast aluminium. The powerful ten-cylinder engine is designed for impressive torque as well as engine power. It generates 450 bhp at 7,000 rpm, but musters up 540 Nm of torque at just 3,500 rpm. 90 percent of the torque is available from as low as 2,300 rpm. The V10 exhibits spontaneous throttle response and very refined running, and under load it also produces sonorous acoustics, as befits a dynamic car. An 18-inch brake system assures a superlative braking performance. It features four large-size ventilated brake discs. The brake calipers are painted black, and adorned with a titanium gray S8 badge at the front. Ceramic brakes are also an option.

2007 Audi S8 Specifications