We’ve spent time in the RS Q8, which is equipped with a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 that makes nearly 600 hp. Audi says it takes less than four seconds to speed up to 60 mph and its buttoned-down
The Audi USA website lists the 0-60 time of both cars at 4.4 seconds. The RS 5 Sportback, with apparently the same drivetrain as the S6 judging by hp/torque numbers and same 8-speed auto, is listed at 3.8 seconds. So I’m trying to understand if the 0.6 second quicker time for RS 5 SB is purely due to lower weight or is the gearing is also
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