1995 Audi A8 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
