Lagonda Taraf vs S8
Aston Martin · Audi
1/4 Mile winner
Lagonda Taraf
Beats the S8 by 0.15s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Lagonda Taraf beats the S8 comfortably, finishing 0.15 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Lagonda Taraf thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
540 hp
563 hp
0–100 km/h
4.2s
4.3s
Top speed
314 km/h
305 km/h
Engine
V12
V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
630 Nm
800 Nm
Price
$1,100,000
$101,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Lagonda Taraf
S8
100 m
5.425s
5.481s
1/8 mile
7.964s
8.052s
1/4 mile
11.850s
11.995s
1 km
20.775s
21.083s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: S8 is $101,000 vs $1,100,000 for the Lagonda Taraf — a $999,000 gap. Power: S8 makes 23 hp more (540 vs 563). Top speed: Lagonda Taraf runs to 314 km/h, 9 km/h higher than S8.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Lagonda Taraf or the S8?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Lagonda Taraf is faster, beating the S8 by 0.15 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Lagonda Taraf vs the S8?
The Lagonda Taraf hits 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, while the S8 does it in 4.3 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Lagonda Taraf produces 540 hp; the S8 produces 563 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Lagonda Taraf tops out at 314 km/h, and the S8 reaches 305 km/h.
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