they have different transmissions as well
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ZF_8HP_transmission
the a8 has a ZF 8hp55
the s8 has a ZF 8hp90
the ...90 has a higher rated capacity for greater power handling.
1995 camaro with taurus SHO engine
2001 audi a8 gutted because race car
2009 chevy express 2500 duramax built 4L85E trans and tuned for around 400hp
2014 Audi S8
2015 Audi A6 2.0T
2013 Audi RS5
2018 Audi RS3
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