1996 Audi A8 vs. 1996 BMW 332
To start off, both 1996 Audi A8 and 1996 BMW 332 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332. 1996 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi A8 | 1996 BMW 332 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 332 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |